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MDA Space Secures Initial Contract for Antenna Supply on IRIS² Satellite Mission
MDA Space has been awarded an initial contract to provide antennas for the first 66 low Earth orbit satellites of the IRIS² mission, a key component of Europe's planned multi-orbit sovereign broadband network. The contract marks a significant step towards the mission's goal of delivering broadband services in 2029.
10/31/2026
Hype: 55/100
Czech Defense Company Acquires Significant Stake in Canadian Space Firm MDA Space
CSG, a Czech defense and industrial company, has purchased a 9.5% stake in MDA Space, a Canadian space company, making it the largest shareholder. This acquisition highlights the growing interest of defense companies in the space sector and potential collaborations between European and North American firms.
10/14/2026
Hype: 20/100
Telesat Secures Major Canadian Defense Contract for Arctic Communications
Telesat has been awarded a $1.63 billion contract by Canada's Defence Investment Agency to provide secure communications services across the Arctic region through its Lightspeed satellite network. The contract includes options for two five-year extensions and will utilize a low Earth orbit constellation of 225 satellites.
8/5/2026
Hype: 60/100
MDA Space Expands Earth Observation Capabilities with Acquisition of CLS
MDA Space has acquired a 70% stake in Collecte Localisation Satellites (CLS), a French Earth data analytics company, for $648 million, expanding its capabilities in the field of Earth observation. The deal is expected to close late this year or early next year, with CNES retaining its 30% stake in CLS.
7/9/2026
Hype: 55/100
MDA Space Awarded Contract for Radarsat Constellation Mission Replenishment Satellite
The Canadian Space Agency has awarded MDA Space a $483.3 million contract to build a replenishment spacecraft for the Radarsat Constellation Mission, with the new satellite based on the MDA Chorus design. This contract is part of the larger Radarsat+ program, which aims to ensure continuity of synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) imaging capabilities.
6/25/2026
Hype: 55/100